It might be a little bit of an exaggeration to say that our Advicesisters.com Fall 2017 review of books will blow your mind (to use a dated expression) but it just sounded so right!
Reading expands your mind. Every new book is a treasure trove of ideas to help make life easier, more successful, ... [ Read More ]

Victoria and Abdul is one of those stories that is based on truth (mostly, as it says in the beginning of this new movie). An elderly Queen Victoria forges an unusual relationship with a young clerk sent from India to present her with a ceremonial gold coin during the Queen's Jubilee.
I can't ... [ Read More ]

There are some bright spots during New York Fashion Week, offering runway shows that are innovative and interesting,
For example, AMCONYC fashion week at Studio 450.
There is a lounge and this season, Sasha Cosmetics from Trinidad displayed their cosmetics, inviting guests to touch up ... [ Read More ]

All the winners at the 2017 Emmy Awards
I didn't watch the entire show, but for those of you who can't get enough of these award shows...
Here are the winners of the annual Emmy Awards, announced Sunday by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences:
Drama Series: “The Handmaid’s ... [ Read More ]

As the seasons change from warm to cool, Summer to Fall and Winter, it's time to re-think how you manage your skin care.
We've selected 8 skin loving products that make skin better, smoother, brighter, perhaps over time, younger. Add some of these novel products to your routine.
Two Newbies ... [ Read More ]

The Big Fall Haul: IT Cosmetics
But this Fall you'll be able to access the "Big Haul" at ULTA of over 50 new products that also tackle just about every skin care issue you can think of.
IT, which stands for “Innovative Technology,” is a great description for this much-beloved brand. The products ... [ Read More ]

What is Sulwhasoo?
Sulwhasoo is one of the beautiful skin care brands of Amore Pacific.
I am offering this review separate from my other Amore Pacific Products review (Laneige, IOPE and Amore Pacific) because this brand embodies Asian Philosophy--it's very special!
Sulwha means "as a ... [ Read More ]

Amore Pacific has some of the most beautifully packaged, effective and innovative skin care products you can purchase.
This K-Beauty company encompasses a number of brands not just trendy in the United States, but a favorite in Asia for decades.
In Korean "LOVE" (AMORE in Italian) is pronounced ... [ Read More ]

Advice Sisters Beauty and Style didn't cover backstage this season for New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2018.
But we know that you love beauty, so we're offering 3 Backstage Beauty Treats! Reports from NARS for Mansur Gavrel, Alexander Wang and Creatures of the Wind.
You can grab these looks ... [ Read More ]

I love Paris in the spring time
I love Paris in the fall
I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles
I love Paris every moment
Every moment of the year
I love Paris
Why oh why do I love Paris
Because my love is here
"I Love Paris" is a ... [ Read More ]

About Alison

Alison Blackman is a writer, photographer, online advisor, and lifestyles consultant focusing on ideas and inspiration for things that help make life easier, more successful & more fun. http://www.alisonblackman.info

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